Ummayah Sidhu
Counselor/Therapist, BACP Accredited Psychotherapist | Senior Clincal and Culturally Attuned Online Therapy
Online in Qatar, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
(Online Only)
Exhausted by workplace pressure, unspoken cultural expectations, or major life transitions?
I offer a relational, high-trust therapeutic space where every dimension of your journey, from your cultural heritage and faith to your professional life is deeply respected. As a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist with over 10 years of clinical experience, I bring specialized, culturally attuned care to help high-achieving professionals, individuals, and expatriates navigate complex life changes and restore emotional balance.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Asian, Black / African American, Christian, Middle Eastern, Muslim, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Gestalt Therapy Encourages awareness of thoughts, feelings, and actions in the present moment. It helps people integrate different parts of themselves for wholeness.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Approach Description: Clinical Approach:
We focus on:
The "Here-and-Now": Understanding how you experience your life in this very moment.
Personal Agency: Exploring your capacity for choice and the courage to live authentically.
Relational Depth: Building a secure connection where you no longer have to 'edit' your identity.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee Sessions are £80 and conducted securely online. I accept payment via bank transfer at least 24 hours before our meeting to secure your slot. I offer long and short-term support.
- Accepts Insurance
- AXA Health, Aviva, Allianz and WPA.
Education & Credentials
Ummayah Sidhu BACP Accredited Psychotherapist | Senior Clincal and Culturally Attuned Online Therapy
- Female
- License # Membership with British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy / 377615
- Licensed in West Midlands
- Practicing Since 2016
Education: BACP Accredited Member (MBACP Accred)
Postgraduate Certificate in Integrative Psychotherapy (Level 7)
Graduate Certificate in Integrative Psychotherapy
Certificate in Islamic Counselling & Psychotherapy
BSc (Hons) Psychology
EFTi Accredited (EFT Level 1 & 2)
ILM Award in Leadership and Management
Ummayah Sidhu Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Qatar, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom
- Online Therapy Details: As a UK-based therapist with a senior background in wellbeing leadership, I provide a secure, high-standard online practice for clients worldwide. I utilize a GDPR-compliant, browser-based video platform that requires no downloads, ensuring absolute confidentiality and ease of use. My approach bridges clinical excellence, offering a flexible and expert space for healing, whether you are in the UK or navigating life overseas.
Therapy Sessions
Location: Online for residents of the UK, globally, the UAE, and Qatar.
The Setting: I provide a secure, high-standard online practice using a GDPR-compliant, browser-based video platform. My background in clinical leadership ensures high clinical governance and a confidential space tailored to the unique complexities of living and working across borders.
Clinical Specializations & Focus Areas:
Burnout & Executive Stress: Supporting professionals navigating chronic workplace pressure, imposter dynamics, and career exhaustion.
Identity & High-Pressure Transitions: Navigating the intersections of identity, heritage, and between-world experiences. I specialize in supporting those who feel the weight of community expectations, dual heritage, family dynamics, and shape-shifting in multicultural environments.
Anxiety & Relational Overwhelm: Restoring personal agency, balance, and clear boundaries in daily life and relationships.
Practitioner Stance: My goal is to help you move beyond merely managing symptoms towards a restored sense of self. My clinical work is grounded in the here-and-now, focusing on personal agency, relational presence, and meaning-making rather than getting lost solely in the why of the past.
Clinical Foundation: As a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist, my work is supported by extensive experience in senior clinical positions, bringing leadership insight and a trauma-informed approach. I offer a space where traditions, faith, and diverse worldviews are not just respected, but recognized as foundational to resilience and healing.